
The BarberShop with Shantanu
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My name is Shantanu and I am the founder of Bombay Shaving Company and Bombae. My company has scaled to 1500+ Cr value (if this metric means anything haha), but more importantly, is a loved personal care brand which has scaled to 50L households and 1L stores in 5 years.
The BarberShop was started with a clear thesis - India needs to create approximately a million jobs a month, currently, we create almost two hundred thousand. Our ‘Funda’ is to simplify entrepreneurship and make it accessible to everyone in the country so we inculcate an enterprising habit in the 23-24 year old of today.
After the love received by S1, we have decided to go beyond conversations on our podcast to tangible help. With the help of our sponsors at BSC and Bombae we have put together a season which brings together a corpus of 50+ equity seekers looking to support 20+ start-ups in their growth and success.
Latest episodes

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Jul 5, 2024 • 2h 29min
The ULTIMATE PLAYBOOK for Building a FOOD EMPIRE in India in 2024: Technology, Trends & More! | TBWS
A diverse panel of food industry leaders explores the future of the food industry in India, covering topics such as the evolution of consumer behavior, unique flavor choices in protein bars, challenges and successes in the food business sector, opportunities for growth in the Indian QSR industry, and the uniqueness of Domino's in India.

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Jun 28, 2024 • 1h 10min
CRORES of Profit for a HEALTHY Ice Cream Brand?: Decoding Go Zero's Growth Story
Kiran Shah, Founder of Go Zero, discusses the success of the ice-cream business, highlighting its rapid growth during the summer on quick-commerce channels. They explore strategic positioning, consumer habits, and brand loyalty in the quick commerce landscape, emphasizing the importance of innovative product strategies and maintaining product quality for market success.

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Jun 14, 2024 • 1h 52min
Secrets of the Personal Loan Industry, Credit Cards & More REVEALED with Founder of RING, Kissht
Join Shantanu as he chats with Ranvir Singh, CEO & Founder of RING & Kissht, about the secrets of the personal loan industry, credit cards, and more. They discuss customer borrowing patterns, challenges in the lending business, transitioning from consulting to entrepreneurship, and the significance of experience in business and sports. Don't miss out on this insightful episode!

Jun 7, 2024 • 1h 16min
Founder of Software with MILLIONS of Users REVEALS Business Fundamentals, Hiring Strategies | Odoo
Fabian Pinckaers, CEO of Odoo, shares insights on business fundamentals, hiring strategies, and challenges of building a global software empire. Topics include transitioning from a service to software business, relocating to India, entrepreneurship challenges, product development strategies, workplace efficiency, and the benefits of open source software.

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Jun 1, 2024 • 2h 1min
Former CEO of Indigo, Co-founder of Akasa on Building Great Businesses, Running an Airline in India
Aditya Ghosh, former CEO of IndiGo and co-founder of Akasa Air, discusses leadership, innovation, and the future of aviation and hospitality. Topics include humility in leadership, customer-centric strategies, transitioning to the startup world, and building a new airline venture amidst the pandemic.

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May 17, 2024 • 2h 10min
Secrets of the HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY Revealed with Former President, The Oberoi Hotels | Kapil Chopra
Legendary hotelier Kapil Chopra, former President of The Oberoi Hotels, shares insights into the hospitality industry in India, discussing challenges, opportunities, and key strategies. Topics include navigating sales, success, and food & beverage industry, evolving customer expectations, transformative experiences, entrepreneurship, and creating brand loyalty through sustainable hotel amenities.

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May 11, 2024 • 1h 28min
AD LEGEND Piyush Pandey on How He Made India’s Biggest Ads, Creativity & The Art of Storytelling
Join Piyush Pandey, the creative genius behind India's iconic ads, as he shares secrets to creativity, storytelling, and brand building. From Dairy Milk to Vodafone ads, learn about crafting memorable campaigns and resonating with audiences nationwide.

Apr 26, 2024 • 1h 38min
INVESTING Money in Real Estate, Resolving the DILEMMA of Renting vs Buying a House & More! | FULL EP
Join Ajitesh Korupolu, Founder and CEO of ASBL, as he shares insights on real estate investment, renting vs buying a house dilemma, challenges in construction delivery, data-driven decision-making, personalized home design, digitizing property transactions, and transforming construction site management through technology in an enlightening podcast episode.

Apr 15, 2024 • 43min
D2C MASTERCLASS with Shantanu Deshpande: Learn BUSINESS Fundamentals, Tricks & More!
Embark on an insightful journey into the heart of entrepreneurship with a special masterclass led by Shantanu. Dive deep into the intricacies of Anveshan, a trailblazing ghee and oil company reshaping India's cold-pressed oils market. Join Shantanu as he peels back the layers of Anveshan's dynamic business model, uncovering the secrets behind its rapid growth and market dominance. Gain exclusive access to insider tips, innovative strategies, and real-world insights that are guaranteed to inspire and empower aspiring entrepreneurs. Whether you're a seasoned business owner or a budding startup enthusiast, this masterclass promises to ignite your entrepreneurial spirit and fuel your path to success. Perfect for anyone looking to build a successful D2C business in India, this masterclass is your ticket to entrepreneurial excellence.

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Mar 30, 2024 • 2h 10min
This Entrepreneur Sold Havmor for 1000 CR & Built a LEADING Ice Cream Business Backed by Sauce.vc
Manu Chandra, Founder of Sauce.vc, discusses India's consumer goods industry and investments in startups like Hocco Ice Creams. They explore strategies, challenges, and success stories in entrepreneurship, highlighting the importance of branding, pricing, and customer satisfaction in building consumer businesses.
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